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琮 [cóng]
Definition:
1. An ancient type of jade artifact, with an octagonal exterior and a circular center, commonly used as a ceremonial vessel for earth sacrifices.
Additional meanings:
1. The term also refers to precious items made of jade, such as:
- 琮玺 (cóng xǐ): A type of jade seal.
- 琮璧 (cóng bì): Jade ceremonial vessel, also refers to precious items.
- 琮璜 (cóng huáng): Both 琮 (cóng) and 璜 (huáng) refer to jade artifacts used in temples.
Historical references:
1. From "Kao Gong Ji" (考工记·玉人): "The great zong measures two feet two inches, with a four-inch diameter. The zong is octagonal with an eight-inch diameter, and each angle protrudes two inches."
2. From "Zhou Li" (周礼·大宗伯): "Use yellow zong to conduct earth sacrifices." Note: "Zong is eight-sided, symbolizing the earth."
3. From "Yi Li" (仪礼·聘礼): "To request the lady, use zhang, and enjoy zong."